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Four Lives Remembered: Recent Passings in Madeira

Madeira GuideMadeira Guide
May 2, 2026
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The island community mourns the loss of four beloved residents, each leaving behind cherished memories and a legacy of love.

Madeira Island has recently bid farewell to four cherished members of its community. The island, known for its warm hospitality and close-knit communities, has been touched by the recent passings of Maria Albertina de Carvalho, Rosa Perestrelo de Freitas Silva, Maria Bernardete de Abreu, and Agostinho de Nóbrega Gouveia Marques. Each of these individuals was deeply loved and respected in their respective communities.

Maria Albertina de Carvalho

Maria Albertina de Carvalho, a resident of the Sítio da Igreja in Água de Pena, Machico, passed away on May 1, 2026. Her funeral will be held on May 2 at the Igreja Paroquial de Água de Pena, followed by burial at the local cemetery. The family appreciates all expressions of sympathy during this difficult time.

Rosa Perestrelo de Freitas Silva

Rosa Perestrelo de Freitas Silva, from Rua Nossa Senhora de Belém in Porto da Cruz, was laid to rest on May 1, 2026, with a service at the Capela do Novo Cemitério Municipal. Her family extends gratitude to all who joined them in mourning and those who sent condolences.

Maria Bernardete de Abreu

Maria Bernardete de Abreu, who resided on Estrada João Gonçalves Zarco in Câmara de Lobos, was remembered in a service on April 30, 2026, at the local cemetery chapel. The family thanks everyone who attended and supported them.

Agostinho de Nóbrega Gouveia Marques

Agostinho de Nóbrega Gouveia Marques, from the Sítio do Serrado in Porto da Cruz, was honored on April 30, 2026, with a funeral service at the Novo Cemitério Municipal. His loved ones appreciate the outpouring of support and sympathy from the community.

These funerals reflect the deep connections and community spirit that is characteristic of Madeira. The island's residents continue to support one another through shared grief, honoring the lives and legacies of those who have passed.

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